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QSC KW153 15 inch 3-way Powered Loudspeaker

List Price: $1,599.99
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SKU: 124566554411
Brand: QSC
QSC KW153 15 inch 3-way Powered Loudspeaker
QSC KW153 15 inch 3-way Powered Loudspeaker
QSC KW153 15 inch 3-way Powered Loudspeaker
QSC KW153 15 inch 3-way Powered Loudspeaker
QSC KW153 15 inch 3-way Powered Loudspeaker
QSC KW153 15 inch 3-way Powered Loudspeaker
QSC KW153 15 inch 3-way Powered Loudspeaker
QSC KW153 15 inch 3-way Powered Loudspeaker
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The QSC KW 153 3-way powered Loudspeaker - A lightweight active loudspeaker featuring a 1000 watt class D power module, 1.75" compression driver, 6.5" cone midrange and 15" LF driver. The KW153 can be mounted in various configurations using the built-in M10 mounting points. The KW Series represents the next evolutionary step in wood enclosure loudspeakers. QSC system engineers have created the KW Series to feature all the groundbreaking electronic attributes of the K Series while at the same time designing a product that is both smaller and significantly lighter (87lbs) than previous wood enclosure models.

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Product Details
Specifications:
• Configuration: 15" 3-way trapezoidal loudspeaker
• Transducers
Low-frequency: 15" cone transducer
Mid-frequency: 6.5" mid range cone transducer
High-frequency: 1.75" diaphragm compression driver
• Controls:
Power
Gain A
Gain B
Channel A Input Gain (0 dB / 12 dB / 24 dB / 36 dB)
LF Mode (Ext Sub / Norm/DEEP™)
HF Mode (Flat / Vocal Boost) Front LED (On / Off / Limit)
• Indicators:
Power: Signal A, Signal B, Standby, Limit
Mic (24 dB and 36 dB settings)
Power: Signal, Standby, Limit
• Connectors:
Balanced female XLR / ¼" line/mic level input
Balanced female XLR / ¼" line level input
Dual Balanced male XLR full range line level out
Balanced male XLR “mix” out
Stereo RCA line level input
Remote gain control
Locking IEC power connector
• Cooling: On demand, 50 mm variable speed fan
• Amplifier Protection:
Thermal limiting
Output over-current
Over-temperature muting
GuardRail™
• Transducer Protection: Thermal limiting, Excursion limiting
• AC Power Input: Universal power supply 100 – 240 VAC, 50 – 60 Hz
• AC Power Consumption: 1/8 Power 100 VAC, 2.3 A • 120 VAC, 2.01 A • 230 VAC, 1.13 A
• Enclosure: 15 mm painted birch plywood
• Finish: Black textured paint
• Grille: Black powder coated 16 gauge steel
• Optional Accessories:
KW153 cover
KW M10 fly mounting kit
• Dimensions (HxWxD) 43.1" x 18.5" x 16.8" (1094 x 47 x 427mm)
• Weight: (Net) 87 lb (39.5 kg)

Features:

• 1000 Watt (2x 500W continuous power)
• Class-D power modules
• 3-way system
• 15” cone transducer
• 6.5” mid-range
• 1.75” diaphragm compression driver
• 33Hz-20kHz frequency range
• 134dB (Peak) maximum SPL at 1 Metre
• Nominal coverage of 75° axisymmetric
• Combo XLR and 1/4" TRS Mic/Line Inputs
• Three audio sources can be mixed internally
• Balanced Output for ‘daisy-chaining’ of multiple units
• Separate direct outputs are also provided for additional output flexibility
• Extensive DSP featuring DEEP™ and Intrinsic Correction™ enhances system performance
• DMT™ (Directivity Matched Transition) ensures uniform coverage across the entire sound field
• Rugged, texture-painted birch enclosures
• Four-position Mic/Line gain (full-range models)
• Tour-grade 16 gauge steel grilles
• Comfortable ergonomic handles
• M10 rigging points for suspended installation

High Output:  features a QSC designed, 1000 watt (2 x 500 Continuous) Class D power module. And continuing in the K Series tradition, every model is fitted with the identical high-output 1.75" HF device (full-range models) and woofers of the same high quality design, regardless of speaker size.

Defined Coverage Area: Directivity Matched Transition (DMT™) provides for matched LF
and HF coverage across the entire listening area, eliminating unnatural ”dead” or ”hot” frequency zones.

DSP: Extensive signal processing is employed throughout, providing levels of sonic clarity and total output that defy all expectations for a product in this category.

Intrinsic Correction™: first featured in QSC high-end line array products maps 65-75 spatially-averaged measurements to IIR and FIR filters that actively adjust time, frequency and amplitude response to a maximally flat bandpass target. The result is a speaker that behaves equally well across the entire sound field.

• DEEP:
and excursion limiting allow for extended low-frequency response by actively managing low-frequency transients without degradation of the underlying signal or adjacent frequencies.

• GuardRail™:
protects both the amplifier module and your performance from unnatural and destructive clipping.

Connectivity: KW Series features a four-position mic / line gain switch that allows for connection of a wide variety of devices. Combo XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs accept both mic and line level input while a set of RCA phono inputs (except KW181) allow additional connectivity to portable MP3 players, CD players and line-level mixers. Up to three audio sources can be mixed internally and summed to a balanced output for ”daisy-chaining” of multiple units. Separate direct outputs are also provided on each channel for additional output flexibility.

Control: On-board switches provide preset EQ settings. The HF setting (full-range models) can be set to VOCAL BOOST for additional presence in the critical mid-frequency area or FLAT for accurate reproduction of the incoming signal. The LF switch can be set to NORM, DEEP™ for additional bass extension, or EXT SUB for use with an external subwoofer. The rear panel LED switch can be set to POWER, illuminating the front-mounted LED when the unit is powered on, OFF for applications where it is not desirable to illuminate the front LED, or LIMIT which indicates to the system operator that the clip limiter circuit has been engaged during operation.

Remote Gain: Remote gain control capability is offered via a potentiometer (not included) connected to the on-board Phoenix-Style connector. In an installed application, multiple KW Series speakers can be ”daisy-chained” for total gain control from a single remote pot. Auto-standby mode is engaged after 5 minutes of inactivity.

Premium-grade Materials: KW Series is designed to withstand the rigors of professional use. Advanced construction processes, premium-grade Baltic birch cabinetry, ergonomic, cast aluminum handles, and a highly protective steel grille provide for ease of transport and long term durability.

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